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Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

139 East Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, USA, 53202
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About us

A place to discover. A place to create. A place for travelers with open minds, a curious nature, and a desire to question. Saint Kate is an independent hotel and venue focused on celebrating the arts and the creative process located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. Whether you’re looking for a space to host your next conference, meeting, or private event, it is a one-of-its-kind destination for travelers, artists, and the community. FAST FACTS -219 Art-inspired guestrooms -11,597 Square feet of meeting space -11 Event rooms -1 Theatre FOOD AND BEVERAGE OUTLETS Studio Kitchen & Cocktails | Boldly Social. Creatively Crafted. As the culinary heartbeat of Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, our dining experience is designed for conversation and connection. The Studio blends inventive flavors with a sense of comfort, crafting meals from fresh, seasonal ingredients that are as approachable as they are elevated. Join us in downtown Milwaukee where every dish is expressive, every gathering intentional, and every moment invites you to be boldly social. Proof Pizza | A taste of Italy This fast-casual Neapolitan-style pizza joint balances old-world character and modern design. Featuring classic flavors and techniques, modern ambiance, and casual service, Proof serves traditional Neapolitan pizza, sandwiches, Italian snacks, and salads alongside a fun selection of Italian sodas. the Bar | Fuel Your Day, Find Your Rhythm Discover the beating heart of Saint Kate at the Bar, centrally located right off the lobby. Boasting natural light by day and buzzing with live music by night, it is the perfect spot to work, connect, or unwind. - Lunch & Daytime Connection: This sunlit space is designed to support your flow, whether you need a quiet spot to focus and work or a comfortable setting for an informal business meeting. For lunch, savor authentic Italian eats from Proof Pizza, with a variety of fresh, flavorful offerings. - Sip & Savor at Happy Hour: Unwind at the Bar with Happy Hour every Monday-Thursday from 3 PM to 5 PM. Enjoy a fantastic selection of shareable appetizers alongside drink specials. - Dinner & Artful Evenings: Dive into the vibrant energy at the Bar in the evening where the air is filled with the sounds of live music starting at 5 PM daily. Check out our dinner menu featuring artful, fresh sushi and delicious Proof Pizza bites, and explore a stellar lineup of exquisite cocktails, locally-brewed seasonal beers, and a carefully selected menu of fine wines and champagne. - Weekend Coffee: Enjoy fresh coffee served bright and early starting at 7 AM on Saturdays and Sundays. Start your day off right before you explore the city. Upper Bar | Raise the Bar Peering over the Milwaukee River and framed by city views, Upper Bar is the perfect spot for a memorable evening. A refined yet welcoming escape, Upper blends quality handcrafted cocktails, curated wines, and shareable bites with the vibrant energy of downtown. A terrace in the heart of the city, it's a stylish retreat where locals and travelers alike raise a glass to good times with even better company.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2019
Renovated2019
Total meeting space11,597 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms219
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Conde Naste Traveler Reader's Choice Awards 2024 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best 2025 USA Today Best New Hotel Readers' Choice 2020

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Oct 25, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Nov 2, 2026 - Nov 5, 2026
Nov 9, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 - Nov 19, 2026
Nov 23, 2026 - Nov 26, 2026
Nov 30, 2026 - Dec 3, 2026
Dec 7, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026
Dec 14, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026
Dec 21, 2026 - Dec 24, 2026
Dec 28, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.
High season
May 01 - Oct 15
Shoulder season
Oct 16 - Nov 15Feb 01 - Apr 30
Low season
Nov 16 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Jan 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
11,597 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,959 sq. ft.
Space (private)
11,597 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
7
Second largest room
3,249 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
5,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Standing capacity
600
Seating capacity
420

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
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The Simone Ballroom
4,959 sq. ft.
57 x 87 sq. ft.
16 ft.
600
420
600
575
350
-
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Simone 1
1,539 sq. ft.
57 x 27 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
100
200
170
100
50
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Simone 2
1,710 sq. ft.
57 x 30 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
120
200
180
110
50
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Simone 3
780 sq. ft.
26 x 16 sq. ft.
16 ft.
100
50
100
65
32
30
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Simone 4
930 sq. ft.
30 x 16 sq. ft.
16 ft.
85
60
70
85
44
30
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Simone 1 & 2
3,249 sq. ft.
-
16 ft.------
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Simone 3 & 4
1,710 sq. ft.
-
16 ft.------
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The Simone Ballroom Foyer
1,500 sq. ft.
-
16 ft.------
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Lyrical
884 sq. ft.
25 x 22 sq. ft.
9 ft.
100
60
50
100
48
30

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
219
Single (1 bed)
157
Double (2 beds)
60
Suites
2
Tax rate
5.6%
Occupancy rate
9.5%

Location

Getting Here

Wheels Up- From the Jet Bridge: Depart Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE) heading east on WI- 119 W for .6 miles. Continue onto WI-119 W (signs for Interstate 94/Milwaukee/Chicago). Take the exit toward Milwaukee. Merge onto I-94 W for 5.1 miles. Take exit 310C for I-794 E toward Lakefront. Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 1D, follow signs for Plankinton Avenue. Continue onto Exit 1D. Continue on N Plankinton Ave. Drive to W Kilbourn St. Merge onto N Plankinton Ave. Turn right onto W Kilbourn St. Destination will be on your right. All Aboard - From the Platform: Depart Milwaukee Intermodal Station. Turn Right on W St Paul Ave for 210 ft. Turn left onto Vel R. Phillips Ave for .5 miles. Turn right onto W Kilbourn Ave. Destination will be on your right in .3 miles. When You Arrive: Treat yourself. Relax. Travel days are hard.
Distance from airport 8.3 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $30.00/day )
Valet parking
( $43.00/day )
Street parking
Bus parking

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Non-smoking property.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, The hotel continually puts forth strategies to reduce take out containers, recycle all paper and plastic materials.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
NA

Health and Safety

Were practices at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Wisconsin Department of Health and the Milwaukee City Health Department. AHLA. CDC.
Does Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, All public and meeting facilities are sanitzed frequently and after guest use
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